Thursday, February 17, 2011

I came across Frosting for the Cause on Twitter and as soon as I read about Paula's mission. I knew I wanted to be involved. For much of my life, I have been lucky enough not to have had a close brush with cancer. None of my close friends or close family had been affected. My grandmother passed away from breast cancer before I was born but that's as close as it got.

I lived a carefree and happy life until on my 27th birthday, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I'm a very private person and this is the first time I'm opening up about my fight with cancer. Many of my closest friends don't know I had it! And what a shock that it was to hear those words- 'I'm sorry- the results are in and it's Hodgkin's Lymphoma.''

No 27 year old would ever think that they would get affected by this horrible disease and no 27 year old should have to hear those words. I had just had a baby and believe it or not, my first reaction was- I'm going to lose my beautiful long hair!

I had chemotherapy for four months (and yes, I did lose most of my hair!) and radiation for one month. I'm happy to say I've been in remission for over a year. My purpose for writing this post is to tell you that YOU need to be vigilant and be your own advocate. Check your body for lumps regularly and if you suspect anything, then get it checked out. NOW.

I was lucky enough that I was diagnosed at an early stage. The earlier you go, the better your prognosis. And be positive, have hope. Paula put it best in her first post for Frosting For A Cause that cancer patients are draped in a pashmina of hope, right from the time they initially find a lump to ...... forever. Hope helped me overcome my fear- my fear of what chemo would be like, my fear of pain and needles, my fear of losing my hair. Hope made me stronger- stronger physically knowing that the pain would end at some point, mentally stronger and more positive so I could beat cancer. Hope made me look forward to the next day- plan my baby's first birthday, celebrate my tenth wedding anniversary, make sure I was cured so I could attend my sister's wedding. Hope brought my family together and I live in hope that this was my last encounter with cancer. And I'm sure we all collectively hope that a cure for cancer is found soon.

It was because of my brush with cancer that I started this blog and took a keen interest in photography. I needed a distraction and now it's become a passion. For that, I will forever be grateful. Today, I'm going to share with you a recipe for Cinnabon Cupcakes with a Cream Cheese Glaze. If you like the classic cinnabon rolls, you will love these cupcakes. The cake itself is super moist with a tender crumb and the frosting is basically a clone of the original in my opinion. I have made the frosting slightly runny so it is more like a glaze that you get at Cinnabon, but you can always just use your favourite cream cheese frosting that will stand up to piping.

You can catch the recipe here. And now onto the the giveaway winner, Random.org picked comment # 33 as the winner. Please email me on lickmyspoon247@gmail.com to claim your prize as your comment or profile does not have your email address. You have until Monday 21st February to do so. Otherwise, another winner will be picked.

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I m shocked at reading this post Sukaina.Whatever little that I have known you,you came across as the most carefree and fun living person.It indeed takes lot of courage to withstand such a news with a new born baby.Dun no what to say more..all the best wishes for a good health and bright living.I know your hope will sail you through..sending u hugs and lots of positive energy.The cupcakes look fantastic..the zig zag glaze stands out:)

Sukiana I just want to give you a hug right now, and want to say how brave and talented you are. I usually feel really sad when I read cancer stories, but your para on hope only made me smile with a sense of responsibility. You are brave my friend and I'm proud of you. Cinnabon cupcakes GOD! thts marvelous. And ur frosting looks perfect!

so proud to know you sukaina and now even more. every word of this post touched a chord with me... you are so right when you say that we need to be our own advocates. your passion for food and photography shines through you blog, delicious recipe as usual. thanks for sharing.

Congratulations for being so brave!. Congratulations for being so positive!. Congratulations for teaching us so good!. Well done!, you´re someone we have to be proud of!.A big kiss from SpainMarialuisa

The first thing I want to do after I read this post is send you a big hug. I have had my shares... for I have lost my mom to cancer, at a very critical time of my life - when my first child was to be born. My closest friend fought with the same as you and has been cancer free for more than 6 years now!! Yaaay!!

you have fought and you have won. This is a deep post and a beautiful one that goes beyond your brilliant recipe and stunning photos (love the plates and the spoons!) - this is a post of about your victory. Keep up your spirits and for being so brave.

Isn't it sad and yet often overwhelming how cancer has singularly paved the future for so many people? I know of people who've given up their 9-5 jobs after their first diagnosis, to take up their true calling. I know of people who have inspired other patients and led them to believe that after the treatment that is both tiring and painful, there lies a hope for a new life.

I don't think that there is anyone who may not have heard of someone close, between family, friends or foes to have been diagnosed with cancer. Or just another disease just as frightful. What saddens me is that many people are still not thankful for the good health they have and take it for granted.

Beautiful story, Sukaina. I hope and pray you never have to go back there.

I'm utterly amazed by the sheer amount of bravery that cancer patients have. Recently I have been talking to a few patients to recruit them to a research study and every single person just seems happy considering the circumstances. Thank you for being so brave in combating this disease and for sharing this story with us.

Your spirit and your brave heart are so clearly shining through in this post, your positive attitude and determination is inspirational. It take a lot of courage to be able to share such a personal and difficult experience like this with the world.

Congrats on getting through the chemo and everything. After you tweeted about your cinnabon cupcakes I just had to check it out! :) Looks scrumptious. I'll try them within the next couple of weeks. The photos look gorgeous too!

Wow, you are one brave woman Sukaina! I'm SO proud of you for being so brave and sharing your story here with the world to spread the awareness! Congratulations to you on that. I've had a few very close people in my life going through the same and have also lost some so I know how much these few lettered word effects the whole family. You are a proud survivor and I'm sure you'll pass this spirit to your daughter!Lots n lots of hugs to you!

when i clicked on your picture on foodgawker, i had no clue i would stumble on such a personal story. having had a baby a few months ago, i can't imagine what you had to go through! glad you're ok and that you found a passion through your ordeal!

Thnaks you guys for such lovely comments. I was so nervous about writing this as I didn't want people to feel sorry for me because that wasn't the purpose of this post! I'm trying to put it behind me and I don't think about it as much as I did when I was first diagnosed. The mind is a wonderful thing eh- how easily it forgets. And yup, married 10 years this year- got married when I was 18!

I came to know your site through Rasa Malaysia today and very happy to have discovered it. It is inspiring to read about your journey. You've come a long way. The recipes look like a lot of fun and delicious, and I can't wait to try them out.

Hi Sukaina ~ I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciated you sharing your very personal story with us on Frosting for the Cause. You are a brave young woman with a beautiful spirit and an inspiration to so many. Your cupcakes are wonderful and I'm sure many of our readers are going to try them. Continued best wishes for a full recovery Sukaina. Thank you again for participating and for helping to bake a difference.

Sukaina, I don't know how I missed this post and your personal story. I realized that you'd been fighting against cancer in a more recent post (the doughnuts one), and then saw this...was at a total loss for words. I'd never have guessed. All I can say is that I'm so, so happy that you're in remission. As I've always said, your photos and recipe ideas are truly inspirational for me (you are the only local blogger whose recipe I've actually tried - which says a LOT since I barely step into the kitchen). But more importantly, you've been one of the loveliest, most positive-energy-exuding additions to Famished in Arabia. God bless. (ps - there must be a better word than positive-energy-exuding, but my vocab challenged brain could only muster that up for now.)

You are so brave, both in your fight against cancer and in your openness to reveal what you went through. I know that neither could have been easy for you to do. You're an inspiration and a fighter. ;)

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